Pros

Pro

Feature rich for a free app

Pro

Good quality export

The only free editor which enables a Full HD export

Pro

Good format support

Most major video and audio formats are supported.

Pro

Suprisingly wide choice of video effects and transitions

Pro

Smooth playback

VSDC Free Video Editor exceeds the standard array of functions required for modest editing goals. Faced with a long video conversion: a 7:30 minute video (a part of which was accelerated at 800%) was exported in 20 minutes.

Cons

Con

Interface is not as straightforward as it could be

VSDC exposes a lot of information. And a good amount of that information is non-essential. That results in a slightly cluttered interface that can get in the way of actually editing the material. Similarly, some workflow conventions are dated. For example, cutting a clip needs a separate interface. All of that combined ends in having to learn a lot more about the software before it can be used.